VocabJLPT N2
science
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. science (natural sciences and related fields, incl. mathematics, engineering, medicine, etc.)
  2. 2. faculties of science, engineering, medicine, etc. (at a university)
  3. 3. science (as a school subject)
A noun referring to natural science as a school subject, covering areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science. It is the term commonly used in Japanese elementary and middle school curricula. If you enjoyed experiments and learning about nature in school, this was likely one of your classes.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

In my job interview, I said that science was one of my strong subjects.

Sentence 2

How much does science actually come up in everyday life, anyway?

Sentence 3

Honestly, science lab work is way more nerve-wracking than people think!

Sentence 4

The teacher suddenly asked, "Are you falling asleep in science class?"

Sentence 5

Ugh, the scope of this science test is way too much!